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Just as a blossoming flower turns its face toward the sun, when you embrace self-love, your heart will naturally gravitate towards individuals whose warmth and radiance mirror your own inner glow. #tips

There are more possible iterations of a game of chess than there are atoms in the known universe. #weird

The dot above an 'i' and 'j' has a name. It's called a 'tittle' #knowledge

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​​What are contact Lenses made of? There are three main categories of contact lenses, based on the materials they are made of: soft contacts, rigid gas permeable (GP) contacts, and hybrid contact lenses. Soft contacts are made of pliable hydrophilic ("water-loving") plastics called hydrogels. Hydrogels absorb significant amounts of water to keep the lenses soft and supple. Because of this water-loving characteristic, the water content of various hydrogel contact lenses can range from approximately 38 to 75 percent (by weight). The water content of soft lenses allows oxygen to pass through the lenses and keep the cornea healthy during contact lens wear. Gas permeable contacts, also called GP or RGP lenses, are rigid (hard) contact lenses. Like hydrogels used for soft lenses, materials used to create GP contact lenses also are "gas permeable," allowing oxygen to pass through the lenses to the cornea. Unlike soft lenses, however, rigid gas permeable lenses do not contain significant amounts of water. Instead, GP lenses rely on their microscopically porous nature to transmit oxygen to the cornea. Hybrid contact lenses have a rigid GP central optical zone, surrounded by a peripheral fitting zone made of a soft contact lens material.

​​What makes Adhesives sticky? The function of adhesives is to hold things together. Adhesives come in many forms, including glue, tape and sealant, and are used in a variety of everyday applications. In addition, natural substances can act as adhesives, such as soda and caramel. The stickiness of the adhesive is caused by molecular bonds, and its strength depends on how much stress is needed to pull those bonds apart. Every substance contains molecules that have a positive or negative charge. For two substances to bond, their opposing charges need to be attracted to each other in the exact amount of charge. For example, to produce a molecule of hydrogen chloride (HCl), the positive charge of the hydrogen atom bonds with the negative charge of the chlorine atom, and the combination of the two creates a strong, neutral bond. Adhesives contain long chains of protein molecules that bond with the molecules of the surface they are spread upon by entering the pores and spaces of the material. Therefore, smooth surfaces such as glass don’t react well to adhesives because there aren’t any pores for molecules to enter. There are glues for glasses. Some glass glues are designed to work by chemically bonding with the glass surfaces, which typically involves the adhesive molecules reacting with the silicates in the glass to create a strong bond. Other glass glues work by physically interlocking with the glass surfaces, which typically involves the adhesive molecules forming small hooks or bonds that attach to the surface of the glass.

Quality is a much more worthy goal than longevity. Nothing lasts forever, but you can try your best to make the most of each moment and create precious memories. #tips

It takes a drop of water 90 days to travel the entire Mississippi River. Spanning 2,340 miles, the Mississippi River is the third-largest watershed in the world. That’s one long stretch of water. So long, in fact, that it takes one drop of water approximately 90 days to travel its entire length. #knowledge

The queen bee doesn't stop mating until she accumulates over 70 million sperms from numerous partners. #animals

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Christian Bale is known for his drastic body transformations in various film roles. He shed 63 lbs, slimming down to a mere 120 lbs for his role in 'The Machinist' However, for his subsequent role in 'Batman Begins,' he had to gain an incredible 100lbs within just six months Unexpectedly, he overdid his bulk-up and had to lose 30 lbs before shooting could begin. #people

The Philippines consists of 7,641 islands. #countries

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A flower grows based on the amount of sun and water it receives. Similarly, you will bloom based on who’s inspiring and educating you. #tips

Bank of America has been fined $150 million by federal regulators for engaging in various deceptive practices The bank is accused of withholding promised perks from customers, double-charging overdraft fees, and opening credit card accounts without customers' knowledge or consent. #knowledge

Some of the most generous people have no money. Some of the wisest people have no education. Some of the kindest people were hurt the most. #knowledge

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Most people don't have a problem with positivity; they're just fed up with false positivity. Such as the people who post about kindness online while they're rude to people offline. Or those who preach about us all being "one" but judge those who don't share their beliefs. #tips

Christopher Columbus, in his quest for the New World, promised a reward to the first person to spot land Interestingly, Columbus claimed this reward for himself by asserting that he saw 'a light' on October 11, 1492, the night before the land was officially sighted by a member of his crew. #history